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Stock Futures Fall; VIX (volatility index for S&P 500) Jumps Amid United States–European Union Tensions

The update states United States stock futures fell during Sunday night trading, while the VIX (volatility index for S&P 500) rose amid reported tensions between the United States and the European Union.

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Terms & Concepts
  • VIX: A real-time measure of expected S&P 500 volatility derived from options pricing; often called the fear gauge.
  • Stock futures: Derivative contracts allowing traders to speculate on future stock index levels outside regular market hours.